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Brezel

Mixed Breed Cat · Male

Description: Our animal welfare volunteers report that Brezel comes from a very poor neighborhood in Bucharest, near a forest, where he was part of a colony that subsisted on food scraps and diluted milk. He was captured using a live trap. Brezel is the brother of Mila, the three-legged cat. After his capture, the veterinarian unfortunately diagnosed him with giardiasis, but the condition was successfully treated; two follow-up tests, conducted seven days apart, both came back negative. Fortunately, blood tests for FIV and FELV were also negative. The animal welfare volunteers pondered what name to give this handsome black panther and ultimately chose Brezel, because the young tomcat curls his tail. Brezel is an excellent eater, has a playful personality, yet is only moderately active. He uses the litter box properly and, just like his sister, is extremely clean and conscientious. So far, no one has ever heard Brezel meow—unlike his sister, who is quite vocal. When petted or touched by humans, Brezel doesn't yet feel completely comfortable; he's not fearful, but he's probably just not used to it yet. Especially indoors, he remains shy and avoids physical contact. However, he already enjoys rubbing against denim pants and lets himself be picked up without any trouble. The animal welfare volunteer believes that Brezel needs time and plenty of patience to fully trust people—but given his flexible, intelligent nature, he should do well, as he’s already making good progress in getting used to human company. Brezel is strongly cat-oriented; in direct interactions, he’s very social and well-mannered. He has an open, friendly, and gentle disposition, which is why he should definitely be placed only with a friendly cat (or tomcat). An intrusive feline companion (a rough-and-tumble type) would not be a good match for the sensitive little Brezel—on the other hand, a calm fellow cat with whom he could occasionally share grooming sessions would certainly be a wonderful fit for Brezel. Just like his sister Mila, Brezel behaves submissively when interacting with other cats; he completely avoids conflicts and immediately gives up his food if challenged. Brezel loves stimulation—he’s highly interested and should always be delighted by his humans with little loving surprises—perhaps with cat-friendly toys and small cat pillows for him to sniff. Brezel could be adopted together with his sister (the three-legged kitten) or join another gentle, non-turbulent feline companion. Who would like to give this cozy young tomcat a lovely, safe home? He will be neutered soon. Please note: The feedback from the foster homes reflects the current behavior of the animals here.

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Beschreibung Unsere Tierschützerinnen berichten: Brezel stammt aus einem sehr armen Viertel von Bukarest in der Nähe eines Waldes, wo er Teil einer Kolonie war, die sich von Essensresten und verdünnter Milch ernährte. Er wurde mithilfe einer Lebendfalle gesichert. Brezel ist der Bruder von Dreibeinchen Mila. Nach seiner Sicherstellung diagnostizierte der Tierarzt bei dem schmächtigen Kater leider Giardien, die jedoch erfolgreich behandelt werden konnten; zwei Nachuntersuchungen im Abstand von jeweils sieben Tagen waren negativ. Ebenso sind glücklicherweise die Blutproben auf FIV und FELF negativ. Die Tierschützer überlegten, welchen Namen der schöne schwarze Panther erhalten sollte und entschieden sich für Brezel, weil der Jungkater seine Rute kringelt. Brezel ist ein guter Esser, besitzt eine verspielte Persönlichkeit, ist jedoch nur mäßig aktiv. Er benutzt das Katzenklo ordnungsgemäß, ist genau wie seine Schwester sehr sauber und gewissenhaft. Bislang hat man den Kater noch nie miauen hören, im Gegensatz zu seiner Schwester, die sich durchaus mitteilt. Beim Streicheln oder Anfassen durch Menschen fühlt Brezel sich noch nicht gänzlich wohl, er ist nicht ängstlich, aber er ist es wahrscheinlich einfach noch nicht gewohnt. Insbesondere in Innenräumen ist er noch schüchtern und vermeidet Berührungen. Er reibt sich aber bereits gerne an Jeanshosen und lässt sich auch problemlos hochheben. Die Tierschützerin vermutet, dass er Zeit und ausreichend Geduld braucht, um Menschen voll und ganz zu vertrauen, aber es gut gelingen sollte, da er ein flexibler, kluger Kater ist und er bereits Fortschritte in der Gewöhnung an den Menschen zeigt.Brezel ist stark katzenorientiert, in der direkten Interaktion ist er sehr sozial und anständig. Er verfügt über ein aufgeschlossenes, freundliches und sanftmütiges Wesen, weswegen er unbedingt auch nur zu einer freundlichen Katze (oder Kater) vermittelt werden sollte. Ein aufdringlicher Katzenkumpel (Raufbold) wäre nichts für den empfindsamen, kleinen Brezel – hingegen ein ruhiger Artgenosse, mit dem man sich gelegentlich die Fellpflege teilen könnte, wäre sicherlich etwas Schönes für Brezel. Genau wie seine Schwester Mila verhält sich auch Brezel unterwürfig im Umgang mit anderen Katzen, er vermeidet Konflikte vollständig und gibt Futter sofort ab, wenn er herausgefordert wird. Brezel liebt Beschäftigung, er ist sehr interessiert und sollte von seinen Menschen immer wieder mit liebevollen Kleinigkeiten überrascht werden – vielleicht mit katzentauglichen Spielsachen und kleinen Katzenkissen zum Riechen. Brezel könnte zusammen mit seiner Schwester (dreifüßiges Kätzchen) adoptiert werden oder bei einem anderen, sanften, nicht turbulenten Katzenkumpel einziehen. Wer möchte dem gemütlichen Jungkater ein schönes, sicheres Zuhause schenken? Er wird noch kastriert. Bitte beachten Sie:Die Rückmeldungen der Pflegestellen spiegeln das aktuelle Verhalten der hier zur

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Age
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tierischgeholfen e.V.
Living with Brezel
  • Neutered
  • Good with cats
Cared for by Tierischgeholfen e.V. · GermanyLearn about Mixed Breed Cat

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Brezel home

What you'll need for Brezel in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Hard-Shell Cat Carrier

    Top-loading carriers are easier than dragging cats out of a side door.

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    €25–40
  2. 02

    Feliway Calming Spray

    Cat-specific pheromone. Spritz the carrier 15 min before pickup.

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    €18–25
  3. 03
    Editor's pick

    Covered Litter Box

    Privacy reduces stress in week one. Get one size up from what you'd think.

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    €25–45
  4. 04

    Clumping Cat Litter

    Match the shelter's brand for the first bag, transition slowly over a week.

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    €10–18
  5. 05

    Litter Scoop + Stand

    Daily scooping is non-negotiable. A stand keeps the scoop clean.

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    €10–18
  6. 06

    Sturdy Scratching Post

    Tall enough they can stretch fully. Saves your couch from week one.

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    €30–60

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About Brezel

What life with Brezel looks like

Brezel is a adult mixed breed cat cat waiting at Tierischgeholfen e.V. in Germany.

An adult cat usually shows their personality within a week. Give them a quiet room with everything they need (food, water, litter, hiding spot) and let them choose when to explore. Don't force interaction — every cat decides for themselves when a new home counts as home.

🇩🇪Adopting from Germany

German rescues typically require an in-person home visit (Vorkontrolle) or detailed video home check before approving adoption. Animals leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with a valid EU pet passport. Adoption fees usually fall between €250 and €450, covering veterinary preparation.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Brezel, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Brezel?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierischgeholfen e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Brezel on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Brezel if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierischgeholfen e.V. will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Brezel already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most cats on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Brezel isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Tierischgeholfen e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Brezel and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?
TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (DE). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.
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